Outbreak of E. coli Infections at Lake Anna

Nearly 100 people across 22 states have been sickened by a surge of brutal gastrointestinal illnesses reported in children who were at a popular lake over Memorial Day weekend. Health officials in Virginia are investigating the cases of Escherichia coli (E. coli) infections, with some individuals ending up in the hospital.

Food Safety Alert: E. coli Contaminated Ground Beef

Nationwide public health alert issued for ground beef contaminated with E. coli, FSIS warns against consuming certain raw ground beef items produced on March 28, 2024, with a 'Use/Freeze by' date of April 22, 2024. No confirmed reports of illness, but consumers urged to discard affected products.

E. coli Outbreak from Contaminated Wendy's Meal

Pediatric neurosurgeon discusses a rare brain infection outbreak among Nevada minors caused by tainted Wendy's meal leading to permanent brain damage in an 11-year-old girl. Lawsuit alleges negligence in food safety practices at Wendy's location in Jenison, Michigan. Health inspections revealed multiple violations including contaminated food and dirty premises. Family seeks $20 million in damages for lasting impacts of E. coli infection.